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As implied by name, the SYNC-5 Active DIN Sync Splitter has one DIN Sync input and five DIN Sync output ports to enable users to easily connect several DIN Sync devices to one DIN Sync controlling device — without the usual problems often associated with daisy-chaining devices.

Since Roland popularised the DIN Sync interfacing standard — otherwise known as SYNC 24 — on the likes of its classic TR-808 and TR-606 drum machines, legendary 'acidic' TB-303 Bass Line, and early digital sequencers (such as the MC-4 and MC-202 MicroComposers), the SYNC-5 is primarily intended for use with such suitably-equipped, pre-MIDI Roland equipment — all of which work at 24 clocks-per-quarter note. The SYNC-5 can also work with any appropriate Korg devices at 48 clocks-per-quarter note. It cannot convert between the two, however.

Sonoma's GuitarJack Model 2 audio interface for iPhone(R), iPad(R) and iPod touch(R) is compatible with Apple's new iPhone 5, new iPod touch, iPad mini, and fourth generation iPad using Apple's Lightning to 30-pin adapter cable.

Because the lightning adapter is purely digital, GuitarJack's sound quality
remains incredibly dynamic and clear. GuitarJack connects a wide range
of instruments, microphones, and other audio hardware to iOS devices
via 1/4 inch instrument and 1/8 inch stereo mic/line inputs and an 1/8
inch stereo/line output.

Native Instruments launches a special time-limited offer on KOMPLETE AUDIO 6.

From now until December 31, all customers who purchase the critically acclaimed audio interface will receive a free download of NI's flagship instrument amplifier and effects suite GUITAR RIG 5 PRO on top. The offer is available at local retailers worldwide and at the NI Online Shop, and represents a saving of $199 / 179 EUR.

Straight from our roster's archives, Patchbanks presents Bootleg Cuts Vol. 1, an all new series of classic originals for you crate-diggin' samplehead producers in search of those gems. This collection includes a fresh alchemy of newly composed snippets found in dark Euro grooves, U.S. soul and classic movies that are often used for producing hardcore hip hop beats. Moreover, sounds and instruments ranging from strings, horns, acoustic/guitars, bass, keys and organs for chopping, crushing, tuning, filtering and all that good stuff. Yep. It's another hot one.
- Compositions: 25 Samples (Mixed Stereo)
- File Type: Wav
- Music Styles: Hip Hop, Classic
- Price: $24.95.

Native Instruments today announced that the world's first 2+2 channel control mixer TRAKTOR KONTROL Z2 is now available in stores worldwide and at the NI Online Shop.

TRAKTOR KONTROL Z2 is constructed of aircraft-grade aluminum and provides two stand-alone channels with two full Remix channels, a high-quality soundcard, and a host of new features that offer DJs top-of-the line performance coupled with tour-ready reliability. These hardware and software advancements make TRAKTOR KONTROL Z2 the first professional club mixer from Native Instruments.

$899 / 799 €.

Avid announces New Drivers for M-Audio (recently sold to InMusicBrand/ Alesis, AkaiPro...) Fast Track Product Line.

Some new features:
- Fixed: Control Panel unexpectedly quits when launching it on a non-English Mac OS
- Added support for Mac OS X version 10.8 Mountain Lion.
- Fast Track USB
- Fast Track
- Fast Track Pro
- Fast Track Ultra
- Fast Track Ultra 8R
- Fast Track C400
- Fast Track C600
- MobilePre USB
- MobilePre